Department Secretary

Job Overview

We are seeking a Department Secretary to join our team in Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area). Union. 1st Shift.

 

About Us

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

 

Power the Future with Aerojet Rocketdyne and enjoy work/life balance! We are hiring at our Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area) Space HQ, where we design & manufacture rocket engines and unique power systems that support space exploration & the defense of our nation such as NASA’s SLS, Lockheed Martin’s THAAD, Sierra Nevada’s Dream Chaser, and the Mars Perseverance Rover.

 

You're not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company.  The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

• Trusted - We didn't apply for this honor, but Aerojet Rocketdyne is proud to be recognized as one of America’s Most Trusted Aerospace & Defense Companies by Newsweek / Statista two years in a row!
• Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | L3Harris
• Rest and Relaxation- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing longer weekends. Paid holidays including one-week year-end paid holiday shutdown
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more?  Check out:  Benefits | L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups – Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs

Essential Functions

100% - Perform various duties:

• Operate computer and/or other general office equipment such as printers, copiers, facsimile, etc. to prepare correspondence, records, reports, briefing charts and graphs

• Prepare a variety of reports used for budgeting, proposal or regulatory compliance etc. 

• Basic procedures and techniques of budget preparation and accounting. 

• General principles, procedures and practices of record keeping.

• Arrange appointments, schedule meetings, secure reservations and make other arrangements, within established procedures, as directed by supervisor.

• Prepare and distribute memoranda and correspondence. Follow written and verbal instructions.

• Maintain records, process transactions and convey information related to all phases of personnel and business activity.

• Prepare and assemble texts and graphics for briefings and presentations. Proof read all correspondence, materials and reports for errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation.

• Post, tabulate, compile and processes data. 

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.

• Proficient in computer system and software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, report processing, MS Office, e-mail etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including spelling, grammar, punctuation, business letter writing, and basic report presentations. 
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and dealing tactfully with others at all times. 
• Knowledge of basic office management and organization practices.

 

Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency or other status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

 

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps), balance (maintaining body equilibrium t